The latest LGBT political news and analysis from Chris Johnson and the team at the Washington Blade. LGBT politics, policy, election news, campaigns, legislation, litigation, strategy and more.

Boehner: House likely to intervene to defend DOMA

Speaker expects decision by week's end

March 1, 2011 | 1 Comment

Obama still defending ‘Don’t Ask’ in court

Justice Dept. files brief with Ninth Circuit

February 26, 2011 | 2 Comments

Gingrich wants House to retaliate against Obama over DOMA

Former House Speaker won't rule out impeachment hearings

February 25, 2011 | 9 Comments

Mitchell out as Stonewall Dems chief?

Announcement could be made Monday

February 25, 2011 | 2 Comments

Carney reiterates Obama’s support for DOMA repeal

Says POTUS believes law is "unnecessary and unfair"

February 24, 2011 | 1 Comment

Local news in brief: Feb. 25

Gray creates new AIDS commission, Pannell runs, Cheatam plans move and more

February 24, 2011 | Comments Off

Adjusting to freshman life on the Hill

Gay Rep. Cicilline on being in the minority, the prospects for a pro-LGBT omnibus bill — and D.C.’s social scene

February 24, 2011 | 1 Comment

Santorum: Dropping DOMA defense will ‘erode’ traditions

Former GOP lawmaker decries Obama decision

February 23, 2011 | 2 Comments

Hawaii governor signs civil unions bill

Legislation will take effect on Jan. 1

February 23, 2011 | Comments Off

Feinstein to introduce Senate DOMA repeal bill

Nadler also to reintroduce legislation in House

February 23, 2011 | 4 Comments